Program Type

Training Program

Delivery Method

On Campus

Course Length

Approximately 2 Months

What is a Computer Support Specialist?

What could you do with extensive training in IT technology and equipment? A Computer Support Specialist uses their knowledge to maintain computer networks and provide IT solutions for their employers. They may work across organizations and industries, including the healthcare field.

Enroll Now

Program Objective

Earn the knowledge you need to work as a computer support specialist in the healthcare field when you engage with this Careers Unlimited Program. Get hands-on experience with the role, as well as intermediate and advanced knowledge, and instruction in the configuration and installation of operating systems.

A computer support specialist is an information technology (IT) professional who provides technical assistance, advice, and troubleshooting services to computer users. They handle both software and hardware issues across organizations.

This program will equip graduates in intermediate to advanced PC repair and maintenance. Students will also perform advanced PC software repairs while providing excellent customer service and industry-aligned service to employers. Additional knowledge that students gain includes advanced configuration and installation of operating systems and troubleshooting personal computers.

A computer support specialist completes the day-to-day tasks of maintaining an organization's computers. They can troubleshoot hardware and software issues, involve technicians for large problems, and complete installations and configurations of computers as needed.

Once you complete this course, you may need to gain certain vendor certifications in order to improve your employability or to satisfy requirements from potential employers. Once you have the appropriate certifications and gain experience, you may be able to move up in your role to gain more responsibility or take new roles in the IT field.

In order to enroll, you must Pass a criminal background check. Be at least 17 years of age. Have proof of a GED or high school diploma. Pass the Ability to Benefit Test in lieu of a high school diploma. Pass the employee misconduct registry check (EMR). Pass a drug screening.

Attending a college program to become a computer support specialist in Texas will likely cost you more than $10,000. At Careers Unlimited, we make it more affordable to pay for your certifications and offer several financial assistance options for you to explore.

You could become a network support specialist in as little as 6 months, but at Careers Unlimited, we offer a course that takes about 2 months to complete so you can get started on your career.

Job Outlook

Quick Facts: Computer Support Specialists and Orderlies.

Related Courses

Are you looking for viable career options after finishing high school? Are you currently in a job and looking for change? Regardless of your circumstances, our affordable courses equip you for successful careers in medical facilities and labs across the nation. Conveniently located in the Rio Grande Valley in South Texas, we also have virtual course options available to help you learn on your schedule.

Patient Care Technician

Patient Care Technician

A Patient Care Technician delivers entry-level medical care and daily living support to patients across a wide array of healthcare settings. Patient Care Technicians can also go on to specialize in a number of fields and positions. They may work in home health care, multiple settings within hospitals, nursing homes, hospice agencies, physician’s offices, and community clinics.

Network Support Specialist

Network Support Specialist

Network support specialists assist with the design, implementation, and management of linked systems of computers, peripherals, and associated software to maximize efficiency and productivity. They also play an important role in maintaining and securing these networks and provide troubleshooting support. They may work across organizations and industries, including the healthcare field.

Clinical Medical Assistant

Clinical Medical Assistant

Clinical Medical Assistants receive training in a diverse skill set that equips them to engage in administrative work, basic clinical procedures, and assistance with examinations and lab work. Duties include working directly with patients and supporting healthcare providers. Responsibilities may include answering telephones, scheduling appointments, performing bookkeeping-related functions, obtaining medical health information, recording health histories and vital signs, and, in some cases, drawing blood.

Customer Reviews

Hear what our customers say:

Top